How Long After Jaw Surgery Can I Get Implants?

Q: Dr. Eppley, How long after Bimax jaw surgery can I get infraorbital-malar implants? 

A:Since the infraorbital – malar area is at a superior level to that of the LeFort I osteotomy you only need to wait long enough so all of the tissues settle down and you have a clear understanding of weather augmentation in the upper mid face area is really needed. In short this would be 3 to 4 months after your double jaw surgery.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon